ThePowerOfACard: Embossed Gift Card Set that's Quick, Easy and Beautiful!

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Embossed Gift Card Set that's Quick, Easy and Beautiful!

As Christmas is fast approaching, I wanted to show you how to make a gift set of embossed cards with supplies I'm sure you already have. You'll need just neutral cardstock, embossing folders (a variety or even just one) and a sentiment stamp set. My goal is to show you how a simple design, done as a set, looks wonderful and makes a gift anyone would love.

The first set I made was done with Crumb Cake and used Layered Florals, Fern, Painted Tres, Zinnia and Distressed Tile folders (also linked below). I added a layer of white for the inside and left that plain with the exception of a 1/2" embossed strip in Crumb Cake. For my video, I selected five different embossing folders (and there were many I didn't use!). I added a strip of embossed white on the inside and while it's not colorful, it adds a great finishing touch. On all of them, I embossed the flap of the envelope to match.

I used a few products from the Last Chance List (check it out - there are some great deals and some products I am sad to see leave), and one that is not released yet. I recommend you make several sets at the same time - once you're in the mode of embossing, it will go quickly. I used some pretty ribbon to tie the set together and just like that, I have a great gift.

Gather your supplies:

Cardstock: (5) Thick Basic White 8-1/2" x 5-1/2"(scored at 4-1/4"); (5) Basic White 4" x 5-1/4" and 1/2" strips - the size will depend on which orientation you emboss your front panel
Stamp: Sweetly Scripted
Inks: Blueberry Bushel, Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie, Poppy Parade and Granny Apple Green
Embellishment: Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels
Embossing Folders: Forever Plaid, Exposed Brick, Beautiful Butterflies (coming in January!), Happy Hibiscus and Changing Leaves
Adhesive and Tools

The "formula" for each card is the same - start by embossing the neutral panel and the 1/2" strip you'll use on the inside. I was able to emboss both at the same time, which speeds up the process. Adhere this to your card front, either with Dimensionals, or as I did in the video, just with glue. Stamp the sentiment onto the 1/2" strip (or 3/4" strip for the birthday sentiment) in a color of ink that compliments the embossed design. Add this over the embossing with Dimensionals. Embellish with a few pearls if desired.

For the inside of the card, add the embossed strip at the bottom. If you are using a a darker neutral, you will want to add an additional layer of white on the inside. The finishing touch is to emboss the envelope flap with the same folder as on the card. Stack them up and tie with a pretty ribbon - it's time to give them away!

Here are the individual cards I made in the video. I hope I've given you the motivation to make a few sets yourself. Not only are these great to give to family and friends, but also to people who wouldn't expect it like servers at your favorite coffee spot, your hairdresser, the delivery person, or the person at your office who cleans. As Christmas is soon to be upon us, I'm hoping this quick little project will be just what you need to finish up your gift giving list!